This rare small 3" Black Basalt sugar bowl by Wedgwood has a matte exterior and a shiny glazed interior. The bottom is stamped Wedgwood, England and 57 on the bottom, I believe indicating the year made, 1957. Was most likely part of a complete tea set.

In 1786, Josiah Wedgwood developed Black Basalt. This was the ebony stoneware that was created in order to mimic ancient bronze which was extremely coveted. Through the process of firing reddish-brown clay at high temperatures, the pieces were completed with an inky matte finish.

CONDITION: Good vintage condition with some chalky looking wear marks inside the bowl and scuff marks on the outside. I have not attempted to add any elbow grease to it to remove them and you can choose to do so! Please see photos and feel free to request more.

MEASUREMENTS: 1 3/4"H x 3" diameter

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Andover, Massachusetts.